October weather forecast
New Shoreham, RI

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Weather in October

October brings a more pronounced change in weather conditions in New Shoreham. The month sees a further decline in temperatures, indicating a movement towards chilly late-autumn weather. The cooler temperatures are buoyed by an increase in wind speed from 12.4mph (20km/h) to 14.7mph (23.7km/h). Although daylight hours shorten, the remaining warm autumn days assisted by the comfortably cool sea temperature, deemed ideal by some geotourists, make it a great month to visit.

Temperature

October heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from September's pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C) to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). During October, nights cool slightly to an average low of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In New Shoreham, in October, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.9 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In New Shoreham, snow does not fall in April through October.

Ocean temperature

In New Shoreham, in October, the average water temperature is 59°F (15°C).
Note: A majority do not enjoy swimming in water at 59°F (15°C). The difficulty in controlling breathing increases progressively as the temperature dips below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of October, in New Shoreham, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during October translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature, in October, in New Shoreham, is 61.5°F (16.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In New Shoreham, in October, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In New Shoreham, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

In New Shoreham, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How cold is the water in October?

In New Shoreham, Rhode Island, in October, the average water temperature is 59°F (15°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 59°F (15°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does New Shoreham have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does New Shoreham have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in New Shoreham, Rhode Island, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average temperature in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average pressure in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average wind speed in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average wind speed in October: 14.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7mph).

Average humidity in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average humidity in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average rainfall in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average rainfall days in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average snowfall in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average snowfall days in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average sea temperature in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average sea temperature in October: 59°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (39°F).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average sunshine days in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average UV index in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average cloud cover in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
New Shoreham, RI

Average visibility in October - New Shoreham, RI
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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